This article presents some results of a research about an aspect of contemporary media consumption, especially associated to the use of digital technology. In this investigation were chosen Americans TV drama shows fansites, created and managed by Brazilians fans to discuss and diffuse their dearest shows, produce, show and change their fanarts: fanfics, fanvideos, icons, avatars, banners and wallpapers. The results of the investigation showed that this young people who take part in these fansites are promoting significant changes in media consumption. In 2006 the confrontation between Federal Police, ADEPI and Lost Brasil forum made clear that these fans are prepared to change the standards of TV transmission in Brazil.
drama TV shows; fanarts; fansites; media consumption